2011 Cape Mentelle Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River

Cape Mentelle has a rich history of exceptional quality and consistency with Cabernet Sauvignon from a pioneering producer in Margaret River in the early 1970's to a benchmark producer today. A single vineyard wine with the style evolving over time, the aim always to define a wine displaying classic varietal character and opulence, strong regional identity and with the structure and fruit intensity to improve with extended cellaring.

2011 Cape Mentelle Cabernet Sauvignon is made from 91% cabernet sauvignon, 6% cabernet franc and 3% merlot grapes. 

It is dark, vibrant, ruby red. He nose is a complex mix of inky blackcurrants, couverture, thyme and aniseed with a touch of violet and a subtle oak influence. A rich and plush palate has a great drive and intensity.  It combines a vibrant mix of dark berries, couverture and wet slate with velvety tannins leading to a long, cool and mineral finish characterised by great persistence. 2011 Cape Mentelle Cabernet can be enjoyed now with Wagyu Beef or over next 20 years and towards 2041.